What Is 3D Dental Imaging?
A clearer view of oral anatomy helps our dental team understand what is happening beneath the surface of your smile. At Frederick J. Norfolk, DMD and Associates, 3D dental imaging gives our dental team a detailed look at the teeth, roots, jawbone, nerves, and nearby structures. This advanced digital dental imaging technology may be used to plan dental implants, evaluate complex root canals, locate impacted teeth, examine bone levels, and investigate other dental concerns. A dental CBCT scan creates three-dimensional images that can be viewed from many angles. Dentists use these images to see details that may be difficult to evaluate with standard dental x-rays alone. The main difference between a 3D dental scan and a traditional x-ray is the level of detail each image provides. A traditional x-ray creates a flat, two-dimensional image, while a 3D dental scan provides a three-dimensional view of teeth, bone, soft tissues, nerve pathways, and other structures within the scanned area. This added detail can help your dentist evaluate an area more fully and plan certain procedures with greater precision. Schedule a consultation at Frederick J. Norfolk, DMD and Associates in Milford, MA to learn how 3D imaging may be used during your visit.
How Does 3D Dental Imaging Work?
Our CBCT dental imaging system uses cone beam computed tomography to capture many images from different angles. During the scan, you remain still while the imaging unit rotates around your head. The process is quick and does not require anything to be placed inside your mouth to capture the scan. A cone beam CT scan uses a cone-shaped x-ray beam to collect detailed information in a single rotation. Computer software combines the images to create a three-dimensional model, allowing our dental team to arrange different views, enlarge specific areas, and examine structures from several angles. A dental cone beam CT scan provides valuable information about tooth roots, jawbone, sinuses, nerve locations, and surrounding anatomy.
What Are the Benefits of 3D Dental Imaging?
Dental treatment at Frederick J. Norfolk, DMD and Associates in Milford, MA often depends on details that cannot be seen during a visual exam alone. A dental CBCT scan brings those details in a three-dimensional image, giving our dental team more information to evaluate your oral health and plan certain treatments. Benefits may include:
- Detailed views of teeth, roots, jawbone, nerves, and other nearby anatomy from multiple angles
- More information for treatment planning
- Precise implant planning, showing available bone, nearby nerves, and other important structures
- Quick image capture with rotation around the head
- Focused evaluation, enlarging and examining specific areas
- Noninvasive, convenient imaging
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3D Dental Imaging
What can a dental CBCT scan detect?
A dental CBCT scan can reveal details about the teeth, roots, jawbone, sinuses, and other structures in the mouth and face. It may help identify impacted teeth, unusual root anatomy, jaw changes, and other concerns that need closer evaluation. The findings can give us more information to make a diagnosis or determine what treatment may be appropriate.
Is 3D dental imaging safe?
3D dental imaging uses x-ray radiation, so dentists consider each patient's needs before recommending a scan. CBCT technology is designed to capture detailed information during a relatively brief scan, and imaging can often be limited to the area that needs evaluation.
Can a CBCT scan show tooth infections?
A CBCT scan may reveal changes around a tooth root that can be associated with infection or inflammation. Its three-dimensional images show the area from multiple directions rather than relying on a single flat view. The scan is considered along with your symptoms, dental exam, and other findings to determine a diagnosis.
Can a CBCT scan detect bone loss?
A CBCT scan can provide detailed images of the bone surrounding the teeth and other areas of the jaw. These images may help our team evaluate the location and extent of bone changes in certain cases. This information can be useful for assessing dental conditions and planning procedures that involve the jawbone.
Can you have a dental CBCT scan while pregnant?
Patients who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant should tell the dental team before any x-ray imaging. Our dental practitioners can review the reason for the scan, its urgency, and available imaging options before proceeding. This allows the recommendation to be based on the patient's individual situation and dental needs.
See Your Dental Health From a New Angle
Detailed images provide valuable information before certain treatments begin. 3D dental imaging produces three-dimensional views that can be rotated and examined from different angles, revealing the position of teeth, roots, bone, nerves, and other structures. At Frederick J. Norfolk, DMD and Associates, advanced imaging can be used as part of a complete evaluation based on your individual dental needs. Contact our Milford, MA practice to schedule an appointment and learn more about our imaging technology.